17 DIY Projects That You Shouldn’t Take Up According To Home Improvement Experts (3 of 4)

 

 

Swapping an electric stove with a gas one

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We don’t really blame if you are eager to swap out that old-fashioned electric stove for a more modern gas stove. However, if your intention is to replace it yourself, it a terribly bad idea. Gas is not only poisonous, but also flammable, and therefore, you should hire a professional to replace the stove for you. Installing it yourself might lead to health hazards because of an improper assembly, a poor connection, or installation issues.

 

 

Installing a skylight

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A skylight definitely brightens a room – or even ruins it, if you try to install it yourself. According to home maintenance professionals, a poorly installed skylight will ultimately lead to a leak and later cause a lot of problems. Some of them include potential flooding, mold issues, and rot.

And if you decide to hire an expert to handle this, you still need to be careful. You should always check if both the skylight and contractor’s labor are covered under the warranty or not.

 

 

Removing insulation

Loft Roof Insulation, Wood, Interior design

If you want to make sure your home stays cool in summers and warm in the winters, call in a professional to remove the existing insulation before you try to DIY. A lot of homes that were built decades ago usually have asbestos in the insulation, which is extremely harmful to human health. Professionals, on the other hand, inspect the materials and only then work on removing it.

 

 

Expanding the basement

Biome Chitra Vishwanath, Picture frame, Wood, Interior design, Architecture

A basement expansion surely sounds like a good idea, but doing it yourself – no matter how experienced or handy you consider yourself – is an extremely bad idea. A contractor isn’t required just to make sure everything is constructed according to the codes. They plan and execute every detail to perfection in order to prevent any water from rainfall or snow from creeping in and flooding the basement.

 

 

Installing a mini-split system

Air Conditioner Winter, Gesture

While a mini-split system seems like a good thing to have in order to keep a ductless house cooler during the summers and warmer in the winter without having to make any major renovation, it certainly isn’t a DIY project. A poor installation not only leads to premature failure and poor performance, but you might also end up voiding the manufacturer’s warranty in case of any issue.